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Stars & Stripes Inspire at Brighton’s NEW Veterans Park!
The minute we pulled up to Brighton’s completely new Veterans Park playground, I knew it would be perfect to share for Independence Day! With the red, white and blue play structure and stars & stripes flooring, its Veterans-theme runs true. You’ll feel American pride as you watch the kids experience this amazing playground. This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Veterans Park Logistics Address: 405 W Bridge St, Brighton, CO 80601 Bathroom: Yes, there is a bathroom building at Veterans Park (however, it is currently closed due to COVID-19). Shade: Some.…
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Swing through Summer at Longmont’s NEW Carr Park Playground!
For the next trip you take to Longmont, Carr Park needs to be on your agenda! This completely updated playground is a blast for all, adults will be out enjoying the fun too! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Address: 1301 21st Ave, Longmont, CO 80501 Bathroom: Yes! There is a bathroom building with running sinks and hand dryer. No soap though so make sure to take along some hand sanitizer or wet wipes 😉 Shade: There are some large trees along the south side of the playground providing shade…
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Northmoor Sensory Playground (and a bonus playground too!)
You may read this title and think “What makes a playground a sensory playground?” Or, maybe your child needs a sensory playground and you’ve been searching for more options. This was a new term for me a few years ago, here’s what I found… A sensory playground provides a solution for children on the spectrum. Specifically designed to meet their needs, a sensory playground offers ASD children the type of sensory input they’re most comfortable with, while fostering enhanced motor skills, balance and coordination. Fun Factory Sensory Gym There are many aspects that make up a sensory playground, including more space between equipment, areas/panels for individual play, and a focus…
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Blue Heron Park Delights with its Lake Views and New Playgrounds!
Have you heard of Blue Heron Park? I hadn’t! We have readers from across Colorado so I’ve been researching new playgrounds in cities far from my own. In the process, I had the pleasure of speaking with someone from Foothills Parks and Recreation District a few months ago. She alerted me to two playgrounds updated in 2019 at Christensen Meadows Park and Blue Heron Park. So, what were we to do? Go visit both of course! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Blue Heron Park Logistics Address: 5518 S. Quail…
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Two Must-See Playgrounds in Firestone!
In our search to find the best playgrounds in Firestone, we asked friends in the area, reviewed the town website and looked for pictures on Google. That research brought us to our first park, however, the second park was small world coincidence for sure! If you have met us at a park, you probably found out about Slides & Sunshine from my oldest daughter. She could have a future in marketing! Anyway, after she shared what we do with a local grandmother at park #1, we found out that she was an expert on nearby parks! We had a short amount of time but she convinced us to make a…
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NEW Playground in Broomfield for your Little Climbers!
Did you know that the Broadlands West playground in Broomfield was recently redone? It has some fantastic equipment for your older kids and more adventurous littles! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Address: Meadow Mountain Road and Sheridan Boulevard,Broomfield, CO 80020 Broadlands West Playground Logistics Bathroom: Yes! There is a portable restroom near the parking lot. Shade: Possibly my favorite part of the play structure …the large shade cover! It doesn’t help every slide but it does make a difference overall. There are also some shade trees near the playground. Age…
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Which Colorado Playgrounds are Open?
Last update: 6/18/2020 Open – Boulder, Aurora If you’re a playground-loving family like us, the stay at home orders have been tough! For years we’ve spent our summer days traveling to parks across Colorado, sharing our favorites with others. While this time home has been wonderful, we are ready to get back out there and play (safely, of course 😉 )! If you aren’t quite as ready to venture out, here are some fun ways to stay active at home: 10-ways-for-kids-to-stay-active-at-home/ Below, you will find a list of which Colorado playgrounds are open, anticipated opening dates and a list of those undecided/unknown. Please note that this is not a complete…
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The Best Park in Fort Lupton!
“Are you sure you want to bring along those roller skates?” “Yes! We HAVE to!” Who would’ve expected that my daughter’s insistence to bring skates would lead us to the best park in Fort Lupton?! Until a week ago, this wouldn’t have even been a thought. Thanks to some nice neighbors though, we have found ourselves the new owners of roller skates. Watching them attempt to learn on our sidewalk and street has been terrifying to me so when I heard about the open playground & skate park at Community Center Park, I gave in and we brought them along! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may…
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A Swing Zipline?! Nottingham Park in Avon is a must see!
Warning, after reading this, your kids will be begging for a stop at Harry A. Nottingham Park in Avon during all future Colorado mountain drives! 🙂 The playground is large, with something for everyone, but there’s really one reason you’ll be going…the swing zipline! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Address: 414 W Beaver Creek Blvd, Avon, CO 81620 (Directions led me one block early, continue past the condos and you’ll see playground and parking along the road.) Check out these Mom Must Haves! Bathroom: There is a restroom building…
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3 Reasons We NEED Our Playgrounds Back!
April 27th through May 1st is National Playground Safety Week and, unfortunately, comes at a time when we are not able to go visit any. 🙁 This COVID-19 Stay at Home order and #socialdistancing is tough on everyone, but I see the struggle often in our children. Just months ago, they would’ve been playing with friends at recess, interacting at school and, as often as we could, going to playgrounds. This post is sponsored by Voice of Play, but opinions expressed are my own. The longer we have to stay away, the more I am realizing the benefits that playgrounds provided. As described on Voice of Play, these are just…
